Praia, 11 May 2026 – iib West Africa has been honoured with the Exchange Operator Award 2025 – Primary Market (Corporate and Municipal) by the Bolsa de Valores de Cabo Verde (BVC), as part of the ceremony commemorating the 28th anniversary of BVC.

The award was presented during the Bolsa Awards ceremony held on May 11 at Hotel Pérola, Praia, Cape Verde, bringing together key representatives from the financial and capital markets ecosystem.

This recognition highlights iib West Africa’s active role in supporting the development of Cape Verde’s capital markets through innovative and impact-driven financial instruments. The bank’s work across Green Bonds, Blue Bonds, and Social Bonds was also showcased during the ceremony through a video presentation highlighting their contribution to social development, healthcare, and the Blue Economy.

Mr. Joseph Carasso, CEO of iib West Africa, received the award from Márcia Solange Tavares Teixeira Marçal, Executive Director of BVC and Executive Member of the Board.

Commenting on the recognition, Joseph Carasso, CEO of iib West Africa, said:

“This award is a meaningful recognition of iib West Africa’s continued commitment to developing sustainable and innovative financial solutions in Cape Verde. Through instruments such as Green, Blue, and Social Bonds, we are working to support capital market growth while directing investment toward projects that deliver real economic, social, and environmental impact.”

The award further reinforces iib West Africa’s positioning as a leading contributor to Cape Verde’s financial market development, supporting initiatives that connect investment capital with national priorities across sustainability, infrastructure, community development, and inclusive growth.

Through its continued engagement with BVC and key market stakeholders, iib West Africa remains committed to strengthening the role of capital markets in advancing long-term development across Cape Verde.

About iib West Africa (Cape Verde)

iib West Africa is a licensed banking institution based in Cape Verde, serving corporate and institutional clients across the region. The bank is committed to advancing financial inclusion, innovation, and private sector development in the region.

About iib Group Holdings W.L.L. (Bahrain)

iibGroup is a diversified international investment and banking group with a presence across East Africa, the Middle East, West Africa, and the Caribbean. The Group delivers banking, investment, and advisory solutions, focusing on high-impact sectors like trade, digital infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Through its regional platforms, iibGroup supports SMEs, empowers women- and youth-led enterprises, and invests in industries that promote regional integration and sustainable growth across emerging markets.